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Step 5 of 6 · Plumbing: Fix a Leaky Faucet

Dry, then wait

Dry, then wait — step 5 of 6 in Plumbing: Fix a Leaky Faucet. Restore water slowly. Watch 10 minutes. Blot with toilet paper to see new moisture. A drip can be slow and arrogant.

Dry, then wait — step 5 photo from Plumbing: Fix a Leaky Faucet

Free home & diy tip: Dry, then wait (step 5 of 6 from "Plumbing: Fix a Leaky Faucet").

Restore water slowly. Watch 10 minutes. Blot with toilet paper to see new moisture. A drip can be slow and arrogant.

Center the handle on hot/cold. If the metal under the handle is cracked and crusted, you rebuilt a corpse — replace the faucet.

You'll need

  • No drip at 10 minutes
  • Handle orientation correct
  • Cabinet dry

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